The resolution of the DIRECTV blackout removes a near-term overhang and secures retransmission revenue for a majority of Scripps' pay-TV subscribers. However, without disclosed financial terms, the magnitude of the impact is unclear. Monitor for any subsequent disclosures on financial details or further renewal announcements.
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Executive Summary
E.W. Scripps announced a new retransmission consent agreement with DIRECTV, resolving a five-week blackout and completing its three largest cable/satellite distribution renewals of 2026. The agreements cover the majority of Scripps' pay-TV subscriber households scheduled for renewal this year, ensuring continued revenue from a key distribution partner. No financial terms were disclosed.
Key Facts
- New retransmission consent agreement with DIRECTV reached on July 10, 2026, ending a five-week blackout.
- Agreement completes Scripps' three largest cable and satellite distribution renewals of 2026.
- Majority of Scripps' pay-TV subscriber households scheduled for renewal this year are covered.
- Service restored to DIRECTV subscribers in over 40 markets.
Financial Impact
Undisclosed financial terms; the agreements secure retransmission fees for a majority of Scripps' pay-TV subscriber base, but no dollar amounts provided.
Risk Factors
- Future retransmission renewals with other distributors may face similar blackout risks.
- Ongoing cord-cutting could erode the pay-TV subscriber base over time.
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Documents Analyzed
This report is based on 1 press release from GlobeNewswire.
| Document | Accession Number |
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| PRESS-RELEASE Data (Synthetic) | press-3326386 |
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Oct 5, 2026 22d ago | SC 13G | $2.92 $2.84 | ▼ −2.74% | ▼ −2.60% | $2.01 (−31.16%) |
Aug 7, 2026 11w ago | 8-K | $3.32 $3.45 | ▼ −3.92% | ▼ −3.52% | $2.01 (+39.46%) |
Aug 1, 2026 12w ago | Press Release | $2.82 $3.33 | ▲ +18.09% | ▲ +16.06% | $2.01 (−28.72%) |
Jul 15, 2026 14w ago | Press Release | $3.09 $3.17 | ▲ +2.59% | ▲ +3.57% | $2.01 (−34.95%) |
Jul 13, 2026 15w ago | Press Release | $2.97 $3.10 | ▲ +4.38% | ▲ +5.16% | $2.01 (−32.32%) |
May 22, 2026 22w ago | Insider Cluster | $3.42 $3.44 | ▲ +0.58% | ▼ −0.63% | $2.01 (−41.23%) |
May 8, 2026 24w ago | 8-K | $4.54 $3.53 | ▲ +22.25% | ▲ +23.71% | $2.01 (+55.73%) |
May 6, 2026 24w ago | 8-K | $4.68 $3.48 | ▼ −25.64% | ▼ −27.15% | $2.01 (−57.05%) |
Apr 16, 2026 27w ago | Press Release | $4.78 $4.86 | ▲ +1.67% | ▲ +0.69% | $2.01 (−57.95%) |
Apr 14, 2026 28w ago | Press Release | $4.37 $4.93 | ▲ +12.81% | ▲ +11.42% | $2.01 (−54.00%) |
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